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Hoops Rumors Live Chat: 6/29/2021
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Luke Adams
10:31
Hey all, submit those questions now and I'll get to as many as I can starting at noon CT!
12:02
Wow, lots of questions to get to already. Let's dive in!
Pessimistic Bulls Fan
12:02
Is it crazy to look at the results after the Vooch trade and not getting lucky in the lottery and decide to rebuild? What would be realistic trade returns for Lavine and Vooch?
Luke Adams
12:03
I don't know if it's crazy, but it's definitely not going to happen. This front office isn't going to entirely reverse direction after making that deal three months ago. They believe a full offseason to get Vucevic comfortable in Chicago (and maybe some summer roster upgrades) will make the Bulls a playoff team.
Nate
12:03
So if you were running the show, do you have a personal favorite for the Rockets at #2 between Mobley and Green? And think the rumors are true of Cade potentially slipping past Detroit? I have a weird feeling there’s a trade to be had there similar to the Luka/Trae Young deal
Luke Adams
12:05
In a vacuum, I like Mobley a little more than Green. But they're really close and I think Green is probably the slighter better fit in Houston, given Wood's presence. I don't think you can go wrong with either.
12:06
As for Detroit's pick, I'd be shocked if they took anyone besides Cade at No. 1. I think they're putting those rumors about Green and Mobley there to create some uncertainty and see what kind of offers they might get to trade down. But staying at No. 1 and drafting Cade is by far the most likely scenario.
Guest
12:06
Any news on the Magic coaching search since the Penny Hardaway update? Is he a “serious candidate” or was this formality?
Luke Adams
12:07
There have been multiple reports about the Magic wanting to hire an experienced candidate. The other rumored guys, like Kenny Atkinson and Terry Stotts, fit that bill a lot more than Penny. I could see them offering Penny an assistant job or circling back to him down the line, but I find it hard to picture him being their choice.
Big bang
12:08
Good day, do you think DeAndre Ayton deserve a max contract
Luke Adams
12:08
If he doesn't get it from the Suns this summer, he'll probably get it from another team in 2022.
Jesus Shuttleworth
12:10
What exactly do you feel is Ben Simmons trade value right now? Is he still the main piece in a deal for a superstar or has that ship sailed? I still think him + Maxey/Thybulle etc and picks can get it done.
Luke Adams
12:11
He could still be the centerpiece of a deal for the right star. It just might be tricky to find that right match, since he's not the sort of player you can just plug in on any roster -- his new team would have to have a clear plan about how to use him and maximize his talents.
12:12
I do think his dip in value has been overstated to some extent. He's not a top-20 asset or anything but the idea that he's a negative asset is way off-base.
Kobi Altman
12:12
Seriously?  Do I have any clue what I’m doing?  I might trade the #3….maybe deal Sexton….or now reports of a sign and trade with Jarrett Allen?   Maybe the Cavs should fire me and get a real GM!   Your thoughts on my upcoming summer?
Luke Adams
12:13
We're definitely getting to the point where your moves are going to have to start paying dividends soon. If the Cavs aren't in the play-in mix next year, I think your seat starts getting pretty hot.
12:14
As for this offseason, I'd like to see the Cavs trade Sexton, draft whichever Jalen is available at No. 3, and re-sign Allen.
Guest
12:14
What are the possibilities of rockets trading picks with the pistons, it could be a good chance for the pistons to get their “tied up” pick back from the rockets.
Luke Adams
12:16
I suppose if the Pistons really love a guy like Jalen Green, it's not out of the question. After adding four rookies to the roster last year though, I wonder if Weaver would be eager to trade draft quality for quantity. They'd have to feel really good about the guy they were trading down for.
Raptors
12:16
Who can the raptors target in free agency or in a trade
Luke Adams
12:17
I like the idea of pursuing Richaun Holmes. They'd be able to create enough cap room to make him a competitive offer.
Dubs fan
12:17
Could the Warriors package both their 7th and 14th Pick to move up into the Top 5 ?  Or will it cost more than that?
Luke Adams
12:18
It'd likely take at least one more piece. The 7 spot puts them just outside of the top tier of this draft, so trading up into that top tier will come at a premium.
Tbone
12:20
I highly doubt Lillard goes anywhere but if so...who has the means to put forth the best package?
Luke Adams
12:23
Depends if the Blazers are tearing it down or if they're still in win-now mode. I kind of like the Pelicans if it's just a matter of throwing a ton of draft picks to Portland. Ben Simmons might be the best current player the Blazers would be offered. Some teams in the top half of the lottery could also offer some pretty intriguing assets (the Raptors with No. 4, VanVleet or the Warriors with No. 7, No. 14, Wiseman).
Bball fan
12:23
Does Kawhi leave the Clippers after this season?
Luke Adams
12:23
I don't see it. He's still a very good bet to opt out and sign a new deal with the Clips.
eric from LA
12:24
What's a realistic Marcus Smart extension look like?  And what would be his value around the league if Boston wanted to move him?
Luke Adams
12:26
Hmm, maybe something in the four-year, $70-75MM range for Smart? I think his offensive limitations would put him just below the four-year, $80-85MM range that VanVleet and Brogdon have been in the last couple years.
12:27
He'd certainly have positive trade value but the comments Stevens and Udoka have made about him makes me skeptical he'll be dealt
Common Anomaly
12:27
Do you think David Vanterpool regrets getting the title of Defensive Coordinator in addition to his Associate Head Coach title?
Luke Adams
12:28
I don't think that'll hurt him much as he seeks another job. The Wolves' defensive shortcomings were more about roster construction than Vanterpool's abilities.
BKC
12:28
Who will be the next head coach of the Wiz?
Luke Adams
12:28
I'll guess Wes Unseld Jr.
wizards guy
12:29
is KG's performance in Uncut Gems the best acting a basketball player has done?
Luke Adams
12:29
I'll open this up to discussion, but I can't think off-hand of a performance that's been better.
Ripken08
12:30
What teams are looking at Oubre in a sign and trade?  If Warriors want a all star they need to do a sign and trade with Oubre part of it to bring in somebody worth it..
Luke Adams
12:31
I think getting back a significant return in an Oubre sign-and-trade is easier said than done. Maybe there's a deal to be made with the Mavs and Porzingis, but that'd be a major roll of the dice.
Raptors fan
12:32
How about just letting Lowry walk and saving some dough and then replace him with Suggs?
Luke Adams
12:33
That's certainly one possibility for how the Raptors offseason could play out. If I'm a Raptors fan, I also don't hate the idea of re-signing Lowry to a short-term deal and having Suggs learn from Lowry and VanVleet next season. You could definitely play any two of those three guys at the same time.
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